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High Levels of “Good” Cholesterol May Be Associated With Lower Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease by Bob DeMarco Patient Expert

Posted Mon 13 Dec 2010 2:18pm factors for mortality and dementia.” High levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL), also known as “good” cholesterol, appear to be associated with a reduced risk... Alzheimer's Reading Room “In this study, higher levels of HDL cholesterol were associated with a decreased risk of both probable and possible Alzheimer’s disease Read on »

Low cholesterol levels linked with increased risk of cancer, so is cholesterol reduction safe? by Dr. John B. Medical Doctor

Posted Tue 16 Sep 2008 6:56am When in comes to cholesterol levels, the mantra is usually ‘the lower the better’. The idea here is that the lower the level of cholesterol in our bloodstreams, the lower... if lower levels of cholesterol actually increased our risk of other important conditions? Might an increased risk of, say, cancer, offset any apparent advantages of low cholesterol Read on »

Low HDL cholesterol levels put you at risk of dementia by VidyaSury Facebook

Posted Mon 14 Jul 2008 12:00am Each time you go for a medical test - you are so concerned about your 'bad' cholesterol levels that the 'good' cholesterol levels take a backseat. What is important to note is that if your 'good' or HDL cholesterol is lower than it should be, you could increase your risk of memory loss and dementia - and clinical studies have proved it. So, the question Read on »

Cholesterol Levels Better During Summer Months by Heartstrong Registered Nurse

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Posted Fri 08 May 2009 11:26pm want your LDL cholesterol to be low (goal is LDL less than 100 mg/dl). HDL (good or “healthy”) cholesterol levels are higher in the spring and summer and lower in the fall... taking cholesterol lowering medications also have lower LDL (bad) cholesterol levels and higher HDL (good) cholesterol levels in the summer. So it appears that adults Read on »

Lowering Cholesterol Levels by Lucy J. Patient Expert

Posted Wed 04 Jun 2008 11:01pm on how much is consumed. A reduced blood cholesterol level is associated with a reduced risk of heart disease and stroke. … Good results to lowering cholesterol levels: Although it is sometimes hard to stick with the treatment to be able to lower cholesterol levels, it is still possible to get good results by following these easy methods: Make Read on »

Lowering Cholesterol Levels by Lucy J. Patient Expert

Posted Sun 27 Dec 2009 8:38pm to lower cholesterol levels is to be able to develop the discipline to stick to your goal. You can also lower your cholesterol level by acquainting yourself what are the good... it is sometimes hard to stick with the treatment to be able to lower cholesterol levels, it is still possible to get good results by following these easy methods: Make sure you know Read on »

Know your Cholesterol Level by Yusuf Posted Mon 22 Jun 2009 12:00am your goal to be less than 70 mg/dL. That’s why LDL cholesterol is called “bad” cholesterol. Lower levels of LDL cholesterol reflect a lower risk of heart disease. What... body because it’s used to form cell membranes, some hormones and is needed for other functions. But a high level of cholesterol in the blood hypercholesterolemia is a major Read on »

Sugar and Cholesterol Levels by Dr. Heather S. Medical Doctor

Posted Sun 25 Apr 2010 12:31pm We know that our cholesterol levels are impacted adversely by consuming cholesterol, saturated fats, and trans fats. An article from JAMA (Journal of the American Medical Association) on April 21 2010 finds that the higher the intake of added sugar, the lower the HDL "good" cholesterol, and the higher the LDL cholesterol and triglycerides. It is likely Read on »

Nuts in diet improve cholesterol levels by Dr. John Z. Medical Doctor

Posted Fri 21 May 2010 12:00am lipoprotein (LDL, or “bad” cholesterol) and an 8.3 percent change in ratio of LDL cholesterol to high-density lipoprotein (HDL, or “good” cholesterol). In addition, triglyceride levels... with improvements in blood cholesterol levels, according to a pooled analysis of data from 25 trials reported in the May 10, 2010 issue of Archives of Internal Medicine. “Dietary Read on »

Resterol can help lower cholesterol levels through herbal science to improve heart health by franklinb Posted Sun 04 Oct 2009 11:11pm improving your HDL, or “good” cholesterol. However, what the advertisers fail to tell you is that most doctors recommend that all nonpharmacologic options be exhausted before you..., while improving your HDL, or “good” cholesterol. However, what the advertisers fail to tell you is that most doctors recommend that all nonpharmacologic options be exhausted Read on »